Screening and Assessment Techniques Flashcards
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The ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) Criteria is primarily used to:
Answer: Determine the most appropriate level of care for a patient by assessing six dimensions of functioning
The ASAM Criteria uses six dimensions to determine the optimal level of care placement, from outpatient to medically managed intensive inpatient treatment.
When administering the CAGE questionnaire, a positive response to how many questions suggests the need for further assessment of alcohol use?
Answer: Two or more positive responses
Two or more positive responses on the CAGE questionnaire indicate a need for further assessment and are considered clinically significant for identifying potential alcohol use disorders.
What is the primary difference between screening and assessment in substance abuse treatment?
Answer: Screening is a brief process to identify potential problems and determine if further evaluation is needed, while assessment is a comprehensive process to diagnose, determine severity, and develop treatment plans
Screening is a brief, initial process to flag potential problems, while assessment is a thorough, comprehensive evaluation that informs diagnosis and treatment planning.
The Addiction Severity Index (ASI) evaluates functioning across how many problem areas, and which areas does it cover?
Answer: Seven areas: medical, employment, drug use, alcohol use, legal, family/social, and psychiatric
The ASI is a comprehensive semi-structured interview that evaluates functioning across seven domains: medical, employment/support, drug use, alcohol use, legal, family/social relationships, and psychiatric.
When assessing a client for substance use disorders using the DSM-5, how many criteria must be met within a 12-month period for a diagnosis of a mild substance use disorder?
Answer: Two to three criteria
The DSM-5 classifies substance use disorder severity as mild (2-3 criteria), moderate (4-5 criteria), or severe (6 or more criteria) from a list of 11 possible criteria.
A substance abuse counselor is conducting an assessment with a client who speaks limited English. What is the most appropriate approach to ensure accurate assessment?
Answer: Utilize a qualified medical/behavioral health interpreter and culturally adapted assessment tools when available
Accurate cross-language assessment requires qualified professional interpreters (not family members) and culturally adapted instruments when available.